MCG Sports THRIVE Junior Cricket Arm Guard – Lightweight Forearm Protection with Inner Padding

The MCG Sports THRIVE Junior Cricket Arm Guard protects the leading forearm from short-pitched bowling — lightweight, with a comfortable inner foam liner, shaped to sit naturally on a junior forearm without restricting shot-making. Sized for ages 5–14.

Why Junior Cricketers Need an Arm Guard

The leading forearm is exposed every time a junior plays a defensive shot or backs up against a short ball. A bruise there hurts, slows hand speed, and — worst of all — starts a kid flinching at the crease. The THRIVE arm guard fits unobtrusively under the playing shirt sleeve, so your child stays in line, plays straight, and develops proper technique without fear of impact.

Features

• Impact-Absorbing Foam Shell — High-density foam disperses ball impact across the guard.
• Comfortable Inner Padding — Soft inner liner sits against the skin or under the sleeve without rubbing.
• Lightweight — Light enough to wear unnoticed under a playing shirt — heavy arm guards get pulled off and forgotten.
• Adjustable Elasticated Straps — Velcro-elasticated straps hold the guard in place without restricting hand or wrist movement.
• Breathable Construction — Ventilated design keeps the arm cool through long innings.
• Pre-Curved Shape — Anatomically shaped for a natural fit on a junior forearm.
• Universal Fit — Designed to fit either arm (worn on the leading arm — left arm for right-handers, right arm for left-handers).

Junior Arm Guard Sizing Guide

Specifications

Care Instructions

• Wipe down after each use with a damp cloth; air-dry fully before storing.
• Hand-wash the inner padding if it becomes sweat-saturated.
• Inspect Velcro straps before each match; replace the guard if straps lose holding power.
• Store flat in the kit bag.

Who It's For

Junior cricketers facing throw-downs, machine bowling, and live junior bowling. Also part of the MCG Sports THRIVE Ultimate Junior Cricket Kit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which arm does the arm guard go on?
The leading arm — the arm closest to the bowler when at the crease. For a right-hand batter that's the left arm; for a left-hand batter it's the right arm.

Do juniors really need an arm guard?
For junior cricketers facing live bowling (school cricket, club cricket), yes — a ball into the leading forearm hurts enough to make a young player back away from the line, and the guard fits invisibly under the playing shirt.

How tight should it fit?
Snug enough that it doesn't slide down the arm during play, loose enough that it doesn't pinch circulation. The elasticated Velcro straps give you precise fit control.

Package Contents

1 × MCG Sports THRIVE Junior Cricket Arm Guard (in selected size)